Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour in Charlotte
Charlotte, United States

Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour

Outty Ranking 72 4.7 · 91 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $49

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72/100

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4.7/5

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Is Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour worth booking?

Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Charlotte, United States, from $49 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 91 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (91)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$49 per person

Nightly tours on Friday and Saturday! Book quickly to reserve your spot. Brewery, cold soda, food, all at the Market where we pick up! Come aboard the only open-air golf cart haunted/true crime tour in Charlotte! Enjoy a

What you get

    About this experience

    Nightly tours on Friday and Saturday! Book quickly to reserve your spot. Brewery, cold soda, food, all at the Market where we pick up! Come aboard the only open-air golf cart haunted/true crime tour in Charlotte! Enjoy an approximately 90 minute tour filled with authentic ghost stories/true crime, operated by 5-star Southern Charm Rides, known for their Charlotte historical tours! We do get off the cart at some areas. We give you the ghost/crimeincluding the graveyards. Call to schedule 9:00 tour Thanks to our golf carts, we're able to cover a larger area including a 77+ acre cemetery opened in the 1800s, letting you see more of the haunted sites, history of crime, and hear more of the chilling stories surrounding the Fourth Ward, hotels, theatres, and much more! See areas where many have spotted spirits walking among us! We hope to see you soon! * Tour requires a minimum of 6 guests to run. In case the minimum is not is not met, tours can be cancelled and refunded or rescheduled.

    What's included

    Included

    • It's Poppin! Gourmet Kettle Korn will give $1 off their "All 3 Fresh Fruit Waters"
    • If carts are full, check availability for Southern Charm Haunted True crime bus
    • $2 off of double scoop at Social Cow inside Market at 7th Street with proof of purchase
    • Tour Guide Commentary
    • Legends and Creepy Tales from the Past
    • Discounted parking in marketplace parking deck with Southern Charm ticket
    • Open-Air Electric Golf Cart Ride
    • 15% off meal (no alcohol) at Rí Rá Irish Pub and Restaurant with ticket from Southern Charm Rides.

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Elmwood Cemetery

      We will ride through the second oldest cemetery that is 72 acres…opened in 1853…be ready for this ride!

      20 minutes here

    2. Find out the lurking ghost here! There is so much more on this tour because it is motorized, we can’t list it all!

      15 minutes here

    3. Old Settlers Cemetery

      Learn the history/haunts of the oldest cemetery in Charlotte and keep an eye out…never know what you will see

      10 minutes here

    4. Fourth Ward

      We tour the Fourth Ward while recounting the various spooky tales of haunted houses and gold mines! We spend a good bit of time in the Fourth Ward area to recount all the spooky facts. There's so much to see we can't possibly list it all!

      30 minutes here

    5. Learn the tragedy that happened here and haunts to this day!

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Charlotte

    We pick up at this location which is where The Market at 7th St. is. Look for the red or green Open-Air Cart at the entrance of The Market at 7th St. Parking is available nearby, but not included with tickets. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We pick up at this location which is where The Market at 7th St. is. Look for the red or green Open-Air Cart at the entrance of The Market at 7th St. Parking is available nearby, but not included with tickets. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Southern Charm Rides

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Haunted/True crime age must be 13+
    • Service Animals are allowed, you must notify Southern Charm Rides prior to tour or there may not be a seat available.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 91 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    91 verified traveler reviews for Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jet21438403591 · May 2026

    Good

    Was a good time. Learned some interesting history. The only downside was it was raining and cool they had to use a bus for the tour which while riding you had a hard time seeing something’s they would talk about.

    Response from the operator: We are glad you enjoyed your tour. Unfortunately rain has put a damper on everyone’s weekend in the area in all activities. As promised and at everyone’s request, the tour proceeded but with the amount of rain we did have to use the shuttle bus. However, we did make many stops that we were able to get off the bus to see the true crime areas. We definitely tried to accommodate everyone. Thank you for speaking highly of the tour.

    via Tripadvisor

    Hannah_S · May 2026

    Fun and a little cheesy

    Comfortable way to see Uptown Charlotte. However, a lot of the spots or stories lose some of their impact because the buildings or objects aren’t there anymore. Might need some updated material.

    Response from the operator: We are glad you enjoyed your tour. I’m a little confused on the objects not being there. The only thing is a chair and a tree. Everything else is there. Our tours are true crime/haunted and some Are from 1800s but we want to give you those great stories. If it’s up to date, there is no ghost lol. Either way, you guys were fun and I’m so glad you had fun.

    via Viator

    Michael_B · April 2026

    Recommend!

    Great time! I make it a point to do a ghost or true crime experience in every city I visit, and this one absolutely delivered. I loved that it leaned heavily into true crime which made the whole experience even more interesting. Shoutout to Peyton, our guide, who did an awesome job bringing everything to life. Highly recommend!

    via Viator

    JAMES_B · November 2025

    Golf cart ghost and true crime tour

    Fun drivers. We went on a cold night and they brought blankets and some heated blankets for certain seats in the golf carts. That was very appreciated.

    via Viator

    Kielyr_B · November 2025

    Caleb and the rest of the...

    Caleb and the rest of the crew made this such a fun experience! I have lived in Charlotte for 3 years and this was the first tour I’ve taken. DEFINITELY recommend. So fun!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Fri, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    32
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 72

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)64
    Booking momentum (14% weight)58
    Value for money (12% weight)68
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charlotte.

    How much does Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charlotte usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour take?

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    Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charlotte is not rushed.

    Is Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 91 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Charlotte, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour?

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    Around 32 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charlotte can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charlotte and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charlotte within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Charlotte?

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    Charlotte offers NASCAR Hall of Fame and speedway experiences, uptown food and brewery tours, whitewater rafting at the US National Whitewater Center and Blue Ridge day trips. On Outty we rank every Charlotte experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour, Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart, 90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Charlotte?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Charlotte?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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